Dog owners had a chance to show off their pet’s Halloween costumes at Cold Nose Companions in Chardon.
“We’re all about celebrating dogs as a part of people’s lives and encouraging that relationship, so we like holding events like this,” Cold Nose Companions owner Carol Peter said.
Cold Nose Companions, which provides dog training classes, hosted its “HOWL-o-Ween” party Sunday.
Dogs had the opportunity to participate in a number of different events, including an obstacle course, bobbing for hot dogs and a costume parade.
Prizes were given out for best costume as well as best wag, best kisses, loudest bark and quietest bark.
Owners also had a chance to get their picture taken with their pets.
The dogs were dressed in a variety of costumes, including hot dogs, devils, princesses and sunflowers.
Monica Lennon, inspired by the movie “Air Bud,” dressed her Golden Retriever Biscuit as a football player, complete with eye black.
“My son’s a football player, so we have a bunch of old jerseys lying around,” she said.
Lisa Manus and her Weimaraner dressed as bats.
“It’s hard to find something that fits dogs very well,” she said.
Manus added that she dresses up with her dog every year.
“Last year we went as Supergirl and Superdog,” she said.
The party did more than just show off Halloween costumes, it also raised money for the Geauga County Dog Shelter. “They do a great job there with such small resources,” Peter said.